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Old 04-26-2010, 05:14 PM
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...yeah mate, so am I , it was to be my "last horrah" as they say....but really sorry for the nice fella and his family that have suffered directly as the result of the banks...not their fault in any way....such is life.
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The problem still exists, I am looking for a mid speed diesel, from 900 to 1200rpm, of 620Kw power, prefer inline......so far, for the boat of 220 tons, I have found no engine available.

The beautiful Komatsu (Lugger) is no longer available......


Old EMD 567 or 645 series? The 6 and 8 hole units are about the right power. Re-sleeve, pistons, rings and bearings and good to go. All were rated between 800 and 900 RPM. The parts are still available.

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